Hawaii Pacific University Online (Reviews)

Hawaii Pacific University is located in Honolulu, Hawaii. It offers undergraduate degrees in biology, finance, journalism, computer science, nursing, international studies, psychology, and more. Graduate programs include social work, secondary education, information systems, business administration, and human resource management. The university has extensive online course offerings. Although online classes are not necessarily easier than traditional classes, many students enjoy the flexibility online classes offer.

Online classes are offered in virtually every academic area at Hawaii Pacific University via their Distance Education program and cost the same as traditional classes. When taking online courses, students don’t need to actually go to the university’s campus – everything is completed online with a computer, including homework and exams. As with a traditional class, most instructors require students to buy a textbook.

To help students decide if online learning is right for them, Hawaii Pacific University offers a self-assessment test that students are able to take. Areas of focus for the self-assessment include learning style, technical knowledge, and self-motivation. Students are expected to have computer and technical knowledge before starting an online course.

There is no deadline to apply for admission; applications are accepted year-round. Academic advising is offered in person, online, and by telephone.